Big Chief Solano: A Tale of Mission San Francisco Solano is a historical fiction book written by Helen M. Roberts. The story revolves around the life of Chief Solano, a Native American leader who lived in the 19th century in California. The book is set in the backdrop of the Mission San Francisco Solano, a Spanish mission established in Sonoma, California.The story begins with the arrival of the Spanish missionaries in California and the subsequent conversion of the Native Americans to Christianity. Chief Solano, who was initially hostile towards the missionaries, eventually becomes a Christian and a loyal ally of the Spanish. He is appointed as the chief of the native tribes by the Spanish authorities and is given the title of ""Big Chief Solano"".The book explores the complex relationship between the Native Americans and the Spanish settlers in California. It also sheds light on the cultural and religious conflicts that arose during this period. The story is a captivating tale of love, friendship, betrayal, and redemption.Overall, Big Chief Solano is a well-researched and beautifully written book that offers a unique perspective on the history of California. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, Spanish colonization, and the history of California.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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